What is the latest of the restoration of the MV Kalakala in Washington State?

Question

I am curious whether any plans are actually going ahead with old ferry.

Answer 1

These are some highlights from the website listed below which is an extensive history of the Kalakala:

September 24th, 2004 The KALAKALA is towed to her new home in Tacoma, WA
September 25th, 2004 The KALAKALA
1:30pm: The Kalakala has arrived in her new home. For the next year she will undergo repairs to the hull, outer skin, and interior, along with a new paint job. The Kalakala's moorage and main office are located at 1801 Taylor Way in Tacoma on the south shore of the Hylebos Waterway in Tacoma.
2005-2006
We will be taking the Kalakala to Martinac Shipyard, Tacoma, WA. for painting the Kalakala exterior and some of the interior during 2005-2006.

Answer 2

Today, the Historic Kalakala receives another miracle, and she gives thanks to many. 71 years have passed since her first introduction and instantly became world renowned on July 3, 1935. The Kalakala may now endure into another generation, and her awesome and significant history is now honored forever. On January 27, 2006 she was listed on the Washington Heritage Register. Then, again on March 22, 2006 the Kalakala received historic significance by being listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Answer 3

The last I saw of the Kalakala was in Neah Bay, when we went out to Cape Flattery in 2004. I think I read that the Makah tribe sued the owners to get them to move it. Not sure where she is now. I guess I don't understand why some private owner just keeps docking it somewhere with no real intention of renovating it.

I'd love to see it renovated and put on display or even used for dinner cruises or something. I think it's an awesome piece of Seattle history that ought to be preserved!